Introduction
The term “bike” is often used to refer to any vehicle moving on two wheels, including bicycles, mopeds, scooters, electric bikes, and motorcycles. However, there is a clear difference between a bike and a motorcycle. This article will explore the distinction between the two.
Difference Between Bike and Motorcycle
The word “bike” originally referred to bicycles and was later expanded to include motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters. However, motorcycles cannot be simply referred to as bikes because they require gas and engines to operate. Bicycles, on the other hand, are propelled by manpower. Motorcycles are much heavier than bicycles, weighing approximately 10-20 times more. Additionally, motorcycles run on gas and can contribute to weight gain, while bicycles run on human energy and can save money on gas.
So, while it is technically acceptable to call a motorcycle a bike, it is more appropriate to reserve the term “bike” for bicycles and refer to gas-powered vehicles as motorcycles. It may seem odd to use the term “bikes” to describe both a bicycle and a motorcycle, as they are clearly different types of vehicles.
Key Takeaways
1. The term “bike” can refer to a variety of vehicles, including bicycles, mopeds, scooters, electric bikes, and motorcycles.
2. The word “bike” originally referred to bicycles, but motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters were later added to the category due to their similar characteristics of having two wheels.
3. While it is common for people to refer to their motorcycles as “bikes,” there are significant differences between bicycles and motorcycles, such as the need for gas and engines to propel motorcycles and the significant difference in weight between the two vehicles.
